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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 2Ch. 4Art. 5§ 1703 Board And District Attorney Enforcement

§ 1703 Board And District Attorney Enforcement

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§ 1703 Board And District Attorney Enforcement

Key Takeaways

  • •The board or its members can file a complaint if someone breaks the rules in this chapter.
  • •The board can help in court by explaining the law or facts during the trial.
  • •The district attorney in each county must handle cases where someone breaks these rules in their county.

Example

If a company dumps toxic waste into a river, breaking environmental rules.

The board can file a complaint against the company. They can help in court by explaining the law. The local district attorney will then prosecute the company for breaking the rules.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 1703 Board And District Attorney Enforcement

The board, or any member or officer thereof, may prefer a complaint for violation of this chapter, or any part thereof, before any court of competent jurisdiction, and may by its officers, counsel and agents, assist in presenting the law or facts at the trial. The district attorney of each county in this State shall prosecute all violations of this chapter in their respective counties in which the violations occur. (Added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 415.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

boardcomplaintviolationdistrict attorneyprosecute

Related Statutes

  • § 1963 Dental Board Enforcement Authority
  • § 1611.5 Dental Practice Inspections
  • § 1705 Dental Practice Injunctions
  • § 17095 Assisting In Violations
  • § 19510 Horse Racing Official Licensing

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 1703.
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